courtesy of Kim Seng
As many snowbirds can agree, spending the winter months up north can be a pain— wearing lots of layers, digging cars out from beneath the snow each day, and much more—especially if you’re trying to enjoy limited vacation time from your demanding day job to do so.
Choose to spend this holiday season in a place that’s full of sunshine and warm weather, such as West Palm Beach, Florida, and enjoy:
CityPlace
Located in the heart of downtown, this sophisticated complex lets guests enjoy a variety of shopping, dining and entertainment venues within a beautifully structured open-air plaza. For those visiting in October, the delectable Taste of CityPlace offers an assortment of great eats and beverages from 20 different restaurants. There are also several other exciting seasonal events happening between October and December, including Free Family Fun Fests, Kretzer Piano Clavinova Halloween Festival, Snowfalls at CityPlace, CityPlace Tree Lighting and more.
Kravis Center for the Performing Arts
One of the leading performing arts centers in the Southeast, this world-class venue offers four unique theaters that showcase some incredible dance, theatre, stand-up comedy, live symphonic music and more. Guests visiting during the winter months (or really, any time of year) can enjoy watching a performance outside (without freezing!) from the venue’s spacious outdoor amphitheater.
Lion Country Safari
The only drive-through safari adventure, Lion Country Safari is a great way to spend time in the warm Florida sun with your favorite wild animals—a little more than 900 to be more precise. A great attraction for little ones, this experience offers animal encounters, rides, a water playground, food and shopping options, and much more.
Clematis Street
Deemed the historic heart of West Palm Beach, Clematis Street features some of the area’s best bars, restaurants and nightlife. The beautiful street showcases both old-style buildings and modern architecture. Visitors can also enjoy a free outdoor concert series under the stars at Centennial Square on Thursday evenings.
Norton Museum of Art
The Norton Museum of Art is another great area attraction that offers a variety of stunning art collections and exhibits, as well as an on-site cafe and restaurant. Guests can see a vast range of pieces of different genres, including contemporary, European, Chinese, photography and more. Guests can also enjoy the museum’s Art After Dark program on Thursday evenings in the outdoor courtyard, complete with docent-led tours, art activities, films, dance, eclectic music, chef demos, wine tastings and more.
Okeeheelee Nature Center
For visitors who are still defrosting from the frosty weather up north, Okeeheelee Nature Center offers a way for guests to explore the great outdoors among 90 acres of woods and wetlands. Nature enthusiasts can enjoy miles of hidden trails, which are ideal for walking, jogging, running or bicycling through, or they can touch some animals and reptiles themselves in the visitor center. This attraction is great for kids who are eager to get out some energy outdoors and play in the sunshine.
Whether you’re a West Palm Beach native or a visitor from a much colder part of the country, enjoy your upcoming winter vacation (or staycation) in a place that’s nice and toasty almost all year long. For some great ways to spend time in the sunshine, visit these attractions and more during your trip.
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